cNw #101 Norton Commando 850

Cafe,
I don’t know if the filters from AN will fit if the adapter has been installed.Myself I also use the WIX filter but you have much more of a choice with the adapter in place.
Mike
 
It appears I’ve plenty on choice on the filter front though most on Matt’s list are limited availability in the U.K. thanx.

So, what special tools should I acquire for regular maintenance looking forward? I’ll need the large sump spanner and a guess the small pre-bent open spanner for the hard to access head nut at the back. Clutch pressure plate tool?

Edit: Yet another idle issue free ride, fingers crossed it’s in the past and no need to pull things apart.
 
All depends how deep you intend going in future. My approach is to buy the tool I need for a job each time, and the ‘collection’ then builds over time.

But for starters I’d say:

Fork top nut and sump plug spanners.

Clutch spring tool.

TDC tool.

Strobe.

It’ll have cNw head hardware, so a thin walled 12 point socket selection.

A set (or two… most bolts also have a nut) of British spanners (BSF / BSW) as well as a set (or two) of American spanners (Unified / AF… most of Matt’s hardware is AF).

I’m sure there loads more others will suggest …
 
Café au Lait said:
It appears I’ve plenty on choice on the filter front though most on Matt’s list are limited availability in the U.K. thanx.

So, what special tools should I acquire for regular maintenance looking forward? I’ll need the large sump spanner and a guess the small pre-bent open spanner for the hard to access head nut at the back. Clutch pressure plate tool?

Edit: Yet another idle issue free ride, fingers crossed it’s in the past and no need to pull things apart.
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Regarding the large sump spanner - 38mm socket done like this: https://www.accessnorton.com/Norton...ade-to-maintain-your-norton.32308/post-666956
 
Speaking of sump plugs, anyone here elected to fit AN’s sump filter with inbuilt sump plug to preserve the small sump plug casing thread? Is it really necessary?
 
Café au Lait said:
Speaking of sump plugs, anyone here elected to fit AN’s sump filter with inbuilt sump plug to preserve the small sump plug casing thread? Is it really necessary?
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I have bought one, it looks good, but I haven't fitted it yet - a job for the next oil change. It is complete with copper washer, inner gauze etc. AN also offer a suitable spanner. Probably not absolutely necessary, but it will mean that I don't have to undo (wear) threads in the crankcase.
 
Café au Lait said:
Speaking of sump plugs, anyone here elected to fit AN’s sump filter with inbuilt sump plug to preserve the small sump plug casing thread? Is it really necessary?
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Yep - done that while I was experiencing wet-sumping.
Good to save the threads in the alloy casings IMHO.
Problem solved but good to have it there as back-up.
Actually bought the stainless one from Eurotrash - very nice item. I also devised a way that the top clip can never come loose. https://www.accessnorton.com/NortonCommando/large-crank-drain-mod.38890/post-660984
It is easy to use and easy to make
Cheers
 
I already had Whitworth spanners, but bought this early on, then added to it as I had things to repair (clutch lock, pullers, etc.).
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I had to make a thin spanner, I think for one of the chain guard nuts, from an old bicycle multi-tool.
 
Today I got to check out this mythical beast.

I can confirm chaps… it really IS that yellow !!

Seriously, it’s a fabulous thing, an absolute credit to Matt and Simon.

Next time, we’re racing !!

cNw #101 Norton Commando 850


cNw #101 Norton Commando 850
 
Great video and your Norton looks stunning as always.

A question for you UK folks; can you usually visit the Andover facility and might they be having any events this June/early July? My wife and I will be doing a 12 day cruise in June but also spending a couple of weeks after touring the country and seeing the sights. I would love to visit the Andover folks (I just ordered a bunch more parts from them today), the Ace Cafe, and check out any other UK field events/rallys that might be going on around that time.

Would love to know any and all goings on.
 
cNw #101 is a real cracker, so it is!

Alas I mean that literally :(

After my last slightly salty ride which ended in a thorough wash as posted in another thread I noticed what I first thought was a nasty scratch. Donning my specs turned out far worse.
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Going back through my photos I can see it was even present, albeit smaller, on Matt’s photo on his site in September ’23

Can anyone in the Berkshire/South Oxfordshire area recommend a competent stainless welder/polisher please?

I’ll swap the cans over to hide the job to the underside regardless.
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Café au Lait said:
cNw #101 is a real cracker, so it is!

Alas I mean that literally :(

After my last slightly salty ride which ended in a thorough wash as posted in another thread I noticed what I first thought was a nasty scratch. Donning my specs turned out far worse.
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Going back through my photos I can see it was even present, albeit smaller, on Matt’s photo on his site in September ’23

Can anyone in the Berkshire/South Oxfordshire area recommend a competent stainless welder/polisher please?

I’ll swap the cans over to hide the job to the underside regardless.View attachment 118278
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That’s a tad unfortunate.

You caught it early though, 2 mins in the hands of a decent welder upperer and you’ll be fine.

Just goes to prove… cleaning IS inspection…
 
Café au Lait said:
Any recommendations mate?
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Not really, I used to use a couple of old boys in Minster Lovell near Witney, Williams Welding. Give ‘em a try if you can’t find owt more local.

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Job done by a local outfit. The guy found that although only 1/3 of the circumference was visibly cracked he had to chace round another 1/3 with the weld so I guess it could have let go before too long.

Pretty decent job too although being a bit anally retentive I spent a good hour with some Autosol Stainless steel polish. Shall fit them both later, swapping sides to hide what imperfections remain. Maybe take a short ride to keep it all moving too.
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Any imperfections are lost in the multiple reflections. Not 100% but I bet Stevie Wonder would be glad to see it🤣
 
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